We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. **Responsibilities** + Candidate will be a member the COMET Control & Application Software development team in support of software development activities at the Kennedy Space Center. Tasking will require the candidate to: + Perform technical development of software products to include requirements, design and coding, testing, and documentation. + Provide technical support as part of the COMET GSE (Ground Support Equipment) sub-systems development teams. Perform integration across the COMET GSE sub-system teams to assure continuity of the software products. + Serve as part of the team responsible for technical integration between the GSE Subsystems and the NASA customer. + Develop and/or evaluate work instruction packages; support of internal and project level reviews, working groups, vendor technical interchange meetings, peer reviews, code walk-throughs, and other project deliverables associated with the software delivery life cycle. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications - External** Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution. **Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.** + Experience with Linux or Unix and one or more of the following: C, C++, JAVA, Python is required. + Experience with Agile or other similar software methodologies is desirable. + Experience with the full life cycle of software processes (design, development, and delivery) for safety critical software is desirable. + Knowledge of software testing and test analysis (regression, timing, failure, etc.) and the configuration, build, and delivery authorization processes of software development/delivery is desirable + Must be a self-motivated, team player comfortable with working in a dynamic environment + Must be a US Citizen **Essential Functions** **Physical Requirements** + Position may involve extended periods of sitting, walking, standing and use of stairs. + Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. + Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. **Work Environment** + Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. + Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. + All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards. **Equipment and Machines** + Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine, and other office equipment including desk supplies. **Attendance** + Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week. + Must be dependable and punctual. + Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule **Other Essential Functions** • If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required. • Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills. • Must have ability to work well with office staff and customer representatives. • Government security clearance may be required in the future. • Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary. • Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. • Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management. • Must pass a federal background investigation. • Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions. • Must be able to drive tasks to completion; self-starter and proactive follow-through on assigned tasks is a must • Able to manage multiple tasks and set personal priorities; willing to reset priorities when they change and adapt to a dynamic environment • Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary. **Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities** While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as: + Child Development Center + Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks + Credit Union + Fitness Center + Barbershop + NASA Exchanges **Flexible Schedule and Telework** At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.